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Why Tinubu’s Benin Republic move deserves acclaim, by Tukur Buratai
President Bola Tinubu’s swift and decisive military intervention to crush the coup attempt in the Republic of Benin stands as a bold and commendable act of strategic statesmanship. This rapid deployment of Nigerian Air Force jets and ground forces, executed with precision at the formal request of a neighbour, successfully safeguarded a democracy and averted a dangerous spiral of regional…
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How Chidi Odinkalu got it wrong on state police, by Olukayode Ajulo
My brother, Professor Chidi Odinkalu, offers a critique of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s nationwide security emergency announcement on November 26, 2025. He expresses significant concerns regarding the proposal for state police, suggesting that a decentralised approach to policing could potentially lead to challenges that resemble a form of ‘decentralised despotism. He invokes ghosts of colonial-era Native Authority abuses, Sharia-era missteps…
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Manchester City compound Alonso’s woes with 2-1 win over Real Madrid
Manchester City recovered from a goal down to secure a magnificent Champions League victory at perennial winners Real Madrid, leaving La Liga side manager Xabi Alonso precariously holding on to his job. Alonso is under severe pressure following a poor run in the league and a reported clash of culture with his players, and the heat will now intensify after…
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Madueke unstoppable as Arsenal beat Club Brugge to maintain perfect UCL run
Noni Madueke scored twice as Arsenal beat Club Brugge to maintain their 100 per cent record in the Champions League and all but secure their place in the knockout phase. Mikel Arteta made five changes to the side that lost to Aston Villa on Saturday, and it was one of those players, Madueke, who opened the scoring with an excellent…
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FG approves construction of new BOI headquarters in Eko Atlantic City
Approves purchase of 200 electric buses By Kunle Sanni – The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has given the green light for the design and construction of a new headquarters for the Bank of Industry (BoI) at Eko Atlantic City in Lagos. The approval was announced by the Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, Senator John Enoh, while addressing…
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FG approves nationwide upgrade of airport navigation, communication systems
By Kunle Sanni – The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved a series of comprehensive upgrades to navigational and communication systems across Nigeria’s airports, a move aimed at strengthening air safety and modernising aviation infrastructure. Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, announced the approvals while briefing State House correspondents after Wednesday’s FEC meeting chaired by President Bola Tinubu…
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Chelle to rely on core squad for 2025 AFCON
By Tosin Omojola – Nigerian football followers who are expecting more fresh faces in the Super Eagles’ squad for the 2025 African Nations Cup may not see their expectation come to pass after all. Going by the resolve of coach Eric Sekou Chelle, only a few additions could be drafted into the squad, particularly in areas where injuries have hit…
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FG unveils Presidential Power Sector Debt Reduction Programme
By Kunle Sanni – The federal government has announced the launch of the Presidential Power Sector Debt Reduction Programme, an intervention aimed at restoring liquidity in Nigeria’s electricity market and rebuilding investor confidence. The disclosure was made by the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Energy, Olu Verheijen, through a post on her X handle. Verheijen explained that the…
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Lagos targets safer, cleaner port operations with new logistics reforms
By Adeola Ogunrinde – The Lagos State Government has announced a comprehensive set of reforms to modernise the state’s maritime and logistics sector, improve road safety, and strengthen the welfare of truck drivers operating along port corridors. The initiatives were unveiled on Wednesday during a Stakeholders’ Engagement with industry practitioners at the LTV Combo Hall, Agidingbi, Ikeja. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu,…
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UPDATED: Adeleke clinches Accord governorship ticket in Osun
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has been declared the governorship candidate of the Accord Party for the 2026 Osun election after winning the party’s primary. The primary, held on Wednesday at the OASIS Event Centre, Osogbo, had 150 accredited delegates — five from each local government area. The electoral committee recorded 145 valid votes and…
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